Oppositions

Question 1

intro

Answer 1

polarising concepts highlight differences + implicit similarities between, analyse how interact + question conflict/ oppression in own lives, via juxtapositions/ oxymoronic language/ characterisation

Question 2

conflict between C + M, “ancient grudge” acts as ground of opposing forces

Answer 2

similar due to noble, destructive powers ultimately leads to all character’s downfall

Question 3

C + M, R + J’s journey fulfils didactic purpose via tragic ending

Answer 3

illustrates dangers of conflict, M + C realise errors making peace in resolution, terms of affection, connotions of jointure + unity, iambic pentameter

Question 4

C + M, Mercutio and Tybalt inclination to violence

Answer 4

catalyst for plot

Question 5

C + M, A3S1

Answer 5

ultimate deaths T + M entice each other to duel, challenge of masculinity, foil to Romeo who does not fight as Juliet acts as an antithesis to violence, juxtaposition of characters as M is comic relief whilst T adds a sense of reality to each moment

Question 6

love and hate

Answer 6

juxtaposed throughout play with scenes of romance subverted with moments of hate and conflict

Question 7

L + H, A1S5

Answer 7

lovers meet sharing sonnet and religious imagery, right after in-house conflict between T + C due to R’s unexpected arrival, C demonstrates authority in hierarchy, juxtaposition reminds audience of fateful end as family conflict is potent

Question 8

life and death, dualities shown throughout

Answer 8

death is key theme of tragedy acting as the catharsis as anticipation built towards

Question 9

L + D, Romeo’s final speech before suicide

Answer 9

contrasts sadness of death + rushed feelings of elation, describes happiness as “lightning” mirrors Juliet’s metaphorical description of love previously, life demonstrated by lovers’ new beginning in death

Question 10

flow

Answer 10

C + M > L +D